Impetigo Treatment
Ontario Minor Ailments Program — pharmacist prescribing plus onsite physician access at TDL MD Clinic & Saldanha Health Centre.
Quick Answer
Pharmacists at Peel Best Pharmacy can prescribe topical antibiotic cream (mupirocin) for localized impetigo without a doctor visit. Call (905) 712-0003 today.
About this Service
Clinically reviewed by licensed pharmacistsImpetigo is a highly contagious bacterial skin infection that affects all ages but is especially common in children. It typically presents as red sores that rupture quickly, ooze fluid, and form a distinctive honey-coloured crust — most often around the nose and mouth. Treatment with antibiotics is important to stop the spread and speed healing.
At Peel Best Pharmacy, our pharmacists can assess and prescribe topical antibiotic creams (such as mupirocin) for localized impetigo under Ontario's Minor Ailments program — without a doctor's visit. Most children and adults can be assessed and prescribed in a single pharmacy visit.
For widespread impetigo, suspected deeper infection (ecthyma), cases not responding to topical treatment, or patients with recurrent impetigo, oral antibiotics prescribed by a family doctor are needed. Our onsite family doctors at TDL MD Clinic (Dr. Tony D. Luong, 905-712-3998) and Saldanha Health Centre (Dr. Saldanha, 905-890-8183) are available by appointment in the same building as Peel Best Pharmacy at 550 Matheson Blvd W, Unit 106, Mississauga.
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Complex cases, recurring conditions, or escalating symptoms? Our physicians are available by appointment — same building as Peel Best Pharmacy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a pharmacist prescribe for impetigo in Ontario without a doctor?
Yes. For localized impetigo, our pharmacist can prescribe topical antibiotic cream under Ontario's Minor Ailments program. Call (905) 712-0003 to book an appointment with our pharmacist. For more widespread or recurrent cases, we recommend consulting our onsite clinic — TDL MD Clinic (905) 712-3998 or Saldanha Health Centre (905) 890-8183 to book with a physician.
When does impetigo need a doctor?
See a family doctor if impetigo is widespread, spreading rapidly, not improving after 3–4 days of topical treatment, or if there are signs of deeper infection. Our onsite family doctors at TDL MD Clinic (905) 712-3998 and Saldanha Health Centre (905) 890-8183 can prescribe oral antibiotics — same building as the pharmacy.
How contagious is impetigo?
Very contagious — it spreads through direct contact and shared items. Keep the affected area covered, wash hands frequently, and start antibiotic treatment immediately. Children should stay home from school until 24 hours after starting treatment and sores are covered.
How long does impetigo take to heal?
With topical antibiotic treatment, most cases improve noticeably within 3–5 days and are fully healed within 7–10 days. If not improving, see our onsite family doctor for oral antibiotics.
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Our pharmacists can prescribe topical antibiotics for localized impetigo. Call (905) 712-0003.
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